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Cheapest return flight
£526
Typical prices: £447-£638
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Tue 20/11Wed 21/11
CPT - NBO • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
£225
Typical prices: £250-£349
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Mon 12/2
CPT - NBO • 1 stop
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You can fly direct with Kenya Airways. Average duration is 5h 45m
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Most punctual • 74% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 23 weeks in advance save around 28% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 14% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg £346 (return)
Shortest trip • 6h 57m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Nairobi (CPT-NBO)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Cape Town to Nairobi

Fri, 20 Nov - Sat, 21 Nov
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19:25 - 13:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
17h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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00:40 - 17:25NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
17h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£526Qatar Airways
Fri, 20 Nov - Sat, 21 Nov
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19:25 - 13:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
17h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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00:40 - 17:25NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
17h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£526Qatar Airways
Fri, 20 Nov - Sat, 21 Nov
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19:25 - 13:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
17h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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00:40 - 17:25NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
17h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£528Qatar Airways
Mon, 22 Mar - Mon, 29 Mar
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12:35 - 07:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
17h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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01:20 - 17:20NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
17h 00m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£529Qatar Airways
Mon, 22 Mar - Sun, 4 Apr
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12:35 - 13:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
24h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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18:00 - 17:20NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£529Qatar Airways
Tue, 23 Mar - Tue, 6 Apr
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12:35 - 07:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
17h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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18:00 - 10:15NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
17h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£529Qatar Airways
Wed, 24 Mar - Sun, 4 Apr
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12:35 - 13:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
24h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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01:20 - 17:20NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
17h 00m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£529Qatar Airways
Wed, 24 Mar - Wed, 7 Apr
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12:35 - 13:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
24h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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18:00 - 10:15NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
17h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£529Qatar Airways
Tue, 23 Mar - Thu, 1 Apr
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12:35 - 07:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-NBO Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
17h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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18:00 - 17:20NBO  Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
£529Qatar Airways
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Cape Town to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport flights

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How much is a return flight from Cape Town to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

Return flights from Cape Town to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport typically range from £447 to £638. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £526 on Qatar Airways.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport. It's 19% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 7% higher.

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

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport at £472 return.
•May (£603) and October (£588) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 27% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Cape Town to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Cape Town to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport are cheapest 23 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 28% 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 Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

£225
Beat the crowds with an average 38% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 49% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Cape Town to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport

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Your Cape Town to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport flight questions, answered

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

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Cape Town to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Cape Town to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 07:20 and lands at 13:05
    • Latest: departs at 23:25 and lands at 05:10.

    The flight takes about 5h 45m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Cape Town to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Cape Town to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport:

    • Economy class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Cape Town to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

    A direct flight from Cape Town to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport takes 5h 45m, covering 2,546 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Cape Town to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

    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 Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport flight?

    Return flights from Cape Town to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport range from £447 to £638, with an average of £547 over the past 12 months. Anything below £447 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Cape Town to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 8% above the £547 route average. Book 23 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Cape Town to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £346 return via Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl (NBJ), compared with £579 for direct.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Cape Town to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

    Kenya Airways is the only airline operating Cape Town to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport flights. 74% of its flights are on time.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Cape Town to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

    The Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Kenya Airways. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 777-300ER variants.

  • Have flight prices from Cape Town to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport 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 £526 to £1,865. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Cape Town to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Cape Town to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £334, which is 19% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport (NBO)?

    Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport (NBO) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £53 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Autounion Car Rental
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Hertz
    • Right Cars
    • Europcar

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Cape Town to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

    Flights from Cape Town to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport usually depart from Cape Town Intl (CPT) and arrive at Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Cape Town to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

    Night flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Cape Town to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Cape Town to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport route, 26% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 3h 51m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Cape Town to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Cape Town to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) – 43% of one-stop connections
    • Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl (NBJ) – 28% of one-stop connections
    • Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) – 21% of one-stop connections
    • Victoria Falls (VFA) – 4% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cape Town to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 25% on flights from Cape Town to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport. Monday is the cheapest departure day at £444 return on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at £590, a difference of £146.

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

  • Which airlines fly from Cape Town to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

    Only Kenya Airways operates flights between Cape Town and Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Cape Town to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

    Flying via Victoria Falls (VFA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 6h 57m, compared to 6h 59m via Livingstone (LVI) and 8h 36m via Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB).

  • What is the time difference between Cape Town and Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport?

    Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport is 1 hour ahead of Cape Town (Eastern Africa Time vs South Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Cape Town to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Kenya Airways: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Cape Town to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport 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 Monday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Monday flights average £444, about £146 less than Tuesday fares (25% 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 28% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cape Town to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport trip for February. Fares historically average £472 return in that month – typically £131 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Luanda Dr Antonio Agostinho Neto Intl Airport (NBJ) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages £346 return on this route – about £233 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport.

    • Crowne Plaza Nairobi Airport By IHG
    • Four Points by Sheraton Nairobi Airport

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Direct departures

Cape Town Intl to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Saturday

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Direct returns

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Cape Town Intl

Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Saturday

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