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Cheapest return flight
£546
Typical prices: £612-£848
SWISS
Sun 28/10Sun 11/11
NCE - CPT • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
£424
Typical prices: £498-£771
Multiple Airlines
Sat 29/9
NCE - CPT • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Nice and Cape Town. 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 13% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
May
Cheapest • 15% price drop
January
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
London Gatwick (LGW)
Cheapest • Avg £579 (return)
Frankfurt am Main (FRA)
Shortest trip • 15h 17m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Nice to Cape Town (NCE-CPT)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Nice to Cape Town

Wed, 28 Oct - Wed, 11 Nov
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14:50 - 10:40NCE  Nice Côte d'Azur-CPT Cape Town Intl
18h 50m1 stop Zurich
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09:20 - 08:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-NCE Nice Côte d'Azur
24h 25m1 stop Zurich
£546SWISS
Thu, 29 Oct - Thu, 12 Nov
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09:40 - 07:35NCE  Nice Côte d'Azur-CPT Cape Town Intl
20h 55m1 stop Zurich
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20:20 - 18:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-NCE Nice Côte d'Azur
23h 00m1 stop Zurich
£554SWISS
Thu, 29 Oct - Fri, 13 Nov
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09:40 - 07:35NCE  Nice Côte d'Azur-CPT Cape Town Intl
20h 55m1 stop Zurich
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09:20 - 14:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-NCE Nice Côte d'Azur
29h 40m1 stop Zurich
£557SWISS
Thu, 29 Oct - Thu, 12 Nov
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09:40 - 07:35NCE  Nice Côte d'Azur-CPT Cape Town Intl
20h 55m1 stop Zurich
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20:20 - 18:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-NCE Nice Côte d'Azur
23h 00m1 stop Zurich
£561SWISS
Thu, 29 Oct - Thu, 12 Nov
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09:40 - 07:35NCE  Nice Côte d'Azur-CPT Cape Town Intl
20h 55m1 stop Zurich
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20:20 - 18:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-NCE Nice Côte d'Azur
23h 00m1 stop Zurich
£562SWISS
Thu, 29 Oct - Thu, 12 Nov
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09:40 - 07:35NCE  Nice Côte d'Azur-CPT Cape Town Intl
20h 55m1 stop Zurich
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20:20 - 18:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-NCE Nice Côte d'Azur
23h 00m1 stop Zurich
£563SWISS
Thu, 29 Oct - Thu, 12 Nov
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09:40 - 07:35NCE  Nice Côte d'Azur-CPT Cape Town Intl
20h 55m1 stop Zurich
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20:20 - 18:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-NCE Nice Côte d'Azur
23h 00m1 stop Zurich
£566SWISS
Wed, 28 Oct - Wed, 11 Nov
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19:10 - 10:40NCE  Nice Côte d'Azur-CPT Cape Town Intl
14h 30m1 stop Zurich
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09:30 - 08:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-NCE Nice Côte d'Azur
24h 15m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Zurich
£571SWISS
Wed, 27 Jan - Tue, 9 Feb
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13:25 - 07:40NCE  Nice Côte d'Azur-CPT Cape Town Intl
17h 15m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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09:30 - 08:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-NCE Nice Côte d'Azur
24h 15m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Zurich
£574Multiple Airlines
Wed, 20 Jan - Tue, 2 Feb
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13:25 - 07:40NCE  Nice Côte d'Azur-CPT Cape Town Intl
17h 15m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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09:30 - 08:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-NCE Nice Côte d'Azur
24h 15m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Zurich
£574Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Nice to Cape Town flights

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

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

Return flights from Nice to Cape Town start at £546. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from £612 to £848. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £546 on SWISS.

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

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Nice to Cape Town and is 10% cheaper than the average day. Friday 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 Nice to Cape Town?

  • May is the cheapest month to fly from Nice to Cape Town at £609 return.
  • August (£940) and December (£887) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 54% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Nice to Cape Town the cheapest?

Flights from Nice to Cape Town are cheapest 19 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 13% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Nice to Cape Town flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

£424
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 1% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 13% lower on average.
Flights from Nice to Cape Town

When to book flights from Nice to Cape Town

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Nice 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 Nice 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 Nice to Cape Town?

    Flights from Nice to Cape Town usually depart from Nice Côte d'Azur (NCE) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).

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

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

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

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

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 22% of one-stop connections
    • Zurich (ZRH) – 21% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 16% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 14% 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 Nice to Cape Town?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 16% on the Nice to Cape Town route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at £646 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at £767, a difference of £121. 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, Camps Bay Beach, and Newlands Cricket Ground. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 2% above the route average of £718. Book 19 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A direct flight from Nice to Cape Town takes 0h 00m, covering 5,408 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Nice 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 Nice to Cape Town 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 £546 to £4,646. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Nice to Cape Town are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £481, which is 21% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 15h 17m, compared to 15h 18m via Zurich (ZRH) and 15h 52m via London Heathrow (LHR).

  • Which car hire options are available at Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT)?

    Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £2 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Europcar
    • Sixt
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Hertz
    • Woodford

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

    Return flights from Nice to Cape Town range from £612 to £848, with an average of £718 over the past 12 months. Anything below £612 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Nice to Cape Town 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 Wednesday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Wednesday flights average £646 – about £121 less than Friday (16% 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 13% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Nice to Cape Town trip for May. Fares historically average £609 return in that month – typically £331 less than the most expensive month, which is August (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

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