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Cheap Flight Deals from Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Cape Town Intl (NBO-CPT)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Cape Town Intl that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

Recent return flight deals from Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Cape Town

Recommended return deals departing in the coming months from the most popular airlines that fly from Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Cape Town.
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4:00 - 13:00NBO-CPT
10h 00m1 stop
13:50 - 1:20CPT-NBO
10h 30m1 stop
R10 180Ethiopian Air
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Sat, Mar 22 - Tue, Apr 1
4:00 - 13:00NBO-CPT
10h 00m1 stop
13:50 - 1:20CPT-NBO
10h 30m1 stop
R10 236Ethiopian Air
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Sun, Mar 16 - Thu, Mar 20
4:00 - 13:45NBO-CPT
10h 45m1 stop
13:50 - 1:20CPT-NBO
10h 30m1 stop
R10 385Ethiopian Air
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Mon, Mar 10 - Thu, Mar 20
4:00 - 13:00NBO-CPT
10h 00m1 stop
13:50 - 1:20CPT-NBO
10h 30m1 stop
R10 460Ethiopian Air
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Sun, Mar 16 - Thu, Mar 20
7:10 - 22:30NBO-CPT
16h 20m2 stops
5:45 - 21:25CPT-NBO
14h 40m2 stops
R11 466
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Wed, Mar 12 - Sat, Mar 22
7:10 - 21:10NBO-CPT
15h 00m2 stops
6:30 - 6:30CPT-NBO
23h 00m2 stops
R11 690
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Mon, Feb 17 - Mon, Feb 24
15:30 - 8:30NBO-CPT
18h 00m1 stop
6:05 - 14:40CPT-NBO
7h 35m1 stop
R13 424Airlink
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Sat, Mar 1 - Wed, Mar 5
15:30 - 9:45NBO-CPT
19h 15m1 stop
14:00 - 14:40CPT-NBO
23h 40m1 stop
R13 461Airlink
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Wed, Jun 25 - Sat, Jun 28
16:55 - 21:40NBO-CPT
5h 45mdirect
23:00 - 5:45CPT-NBO
5h 45mdirect
R14 282Kenya Airways
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Tue, Mar 4 - Tue, Mar 11
7:25 - 13:35NBO-CPT
7h 10m1 stop
14:15 - 21:00CPT-NBO
5h 45mdirect
R14 412Kenya Airways
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Tue, Mar 4 - Sat, Mar 8

Flights from Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Cape Town - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Cape Town to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Nairobi to Cape Town?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Cape Town clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
For Nairobi to Cape Town, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Friday is the most expensive. Flying from Cape Town back to Nairobi, the best deals are generally found on Friday, with Sunday being the most expensive.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Cape Town, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Cape Town is June, where tickets cost R11 970 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is R15 605 and R13 517 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Cape Town?

The average return price for all direct flights, flights with one stopover, and flights with two stopovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.
No, with an average price for the route of R9 793, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Cape Town?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Cape Town, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.
To get a below average price on the flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Cape Town, you should book around 3 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 22 weeks before departure.

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June

High season

December

Cheapest flight

R6 339
Best time to beat the crowds (10% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (18% more expensive on average)
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When to book flights from Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Cape Town

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Jomo Kenyatta Intl 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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FAQs for booking Nairobi to Cape Town flights

  • Are there public transportation options to get from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to my hotel?

    The MyCiti bus will take you from the airport to the Cape Town Civic Center downtown. You can buy a travel card from the kiosk outside the airport. The journey takes about 25 minutes, and from here you can easily connect to busses to the suburbs and other parts of town. Buses leave about every 20 minutes and run daily from 5:00 am to 9:30 pm.

  • What are the popular layover cities on the flight from Nairobi to Cape Town?

    The most popular layover cities when flying this route are Addis Ababa (ADD) with Ethiopian Air. If you choose Kenya Airways, you might stop in Johannesburg (JNB) or Victoria Falls (VFA). Some flights have a short layover time of under an hour, so be aware of this before making any booking.

  • Which airline should I take if I’m traveling with my pet from Nairobi to Cape Town?

    Ethiopian Airlines accepts dogs or cats into the cabin as long as the dimensions of the carrier do not exceed 21 x 15 x 7 in and 17 lbs. Carriers larger than that may still be transported but will be placed in the cargo area. Dogs trained to assist the seeing or hearing impaired may be transported free of charge.

  • Do I need a visa to travel from Nairobi to Cape Town?

    A visa for South Africa is not needed for US nationals, but some Americans might be required to obtain a travel document. Check the official government website to see what you need. All travelers will need to present a valid passport with a validity of 30 days beyond the day they plan to leave the country and two blank passport pages.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Cape Town?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Cape Town was R340 for a one-way ticket and R546 for a return.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Nairobi to Cape Town?

    The Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Nairobi to Cape Town flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Nairobi to Cape Town?

    SkyTeam is the only airline alliance operating flights between Nairobi and Cape Town.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Nairobi to Cape Town?

    You can catch a direct flight from Nairobi to Cape Town on Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Nairobi to Cape Town, Ethiopian Air or Kenya Airways?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Nairobi to Cape Town are Ethiopian Air and Kenya Airways. With an average price for the route of R11 445 and an overall rating of 7,2, Ethiopian Air is the most popular choice. Kenya Airways is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of R13 470 and an overall rating of 6,7.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Nairobi to Cape Town?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Nairobi to Cape Town.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Nairobi to Cape Town?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Cape Town from Nairobi is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Nairobi to Cape Town?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Cape Town with an airline and back to Nairobi with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Nairobi to Cape Town?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Cape Town from Nairobi up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Cape Town

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for R9 793 or less one-way and R14 380 or less round-trip.
  • Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi serves as the hub for Kenya Airways. Choosing this airline will give you the most flight options as well as connection possibilities for other cities in South Africa, like Johannesburg and Durban.
  • Certain airlines, like Ethiopian Air, and Kenya Airways, include checked bags. Economy passengers can bring two free pieces of luggage, weighing 50 lbs each. Additional baggage may be purchased, or you may choose to upgrade to business class.
  • Kenya Airways offers nonstop flights from Nairobi to Cape Town. While other airlines might be cheaper, like Ethiopian Air or Fly Safari, they often have one or even two stops, adding much more time to your trip.
  • Students between the ages of 5 and 30 traveling with Kenya Airways can enjoy special perks with their Kool Flyers Student Club. Enroll in this program to enjoy flight discounts, and enhanced flexibility on your flights, like free flight changes. You will also be allowed one additional piece of luggage on your flight.
  • Kenya Airways offers special meals to cater to people with allergies and dietary restrictions. Special meals can be requested 24 hours in advance through the website. Business class passengers on Ethiopian Airlines can view the menu ahead of time and make special requests.
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Prefer to fly direct from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Cape Town Intl?

Find which airlines fly direct from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Cape Town Intl

Tuesday

Kenya Airways

Kenya Airways

Thursday

Kenya Airways

Kenya Airways

Saturday

Kenya Airways

Kenya Airways

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Direct returns

Cape Town Intl to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tuesday

Delta, Kenya Airways

Delta, Kenya Airways

Thursday

Delta, Kenya Airways

Delta, Kenya Airways

Saturday

Delta, Kenya Airways

Delta, Kenya Airways

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Top 5 airlines serving from Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Cape Town

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Nairobi to Cape Town. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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AirlinkOverall score based on 68 reviews
8,4Boarding
8,3Comfort
6,6Entertainment
9,0Crew
7,9Food
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Just an short flight. So it was great. Airlink is pretty good😀

8,0 ExcellentDaniel, Jan 2025JNB - WDH
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Just an short flight. So it was great. Airlink is pretty good😀

Airlink is my preferred airline for travel in South and Southern Africa. Upington international airport is small so check in and security screening is a breeze. Boarding is easy and the flight was good. Took a while to get the luggage at OR Tambo airport but all in all a nice experience

It was a great experience , it was quick and on time

this route is more expensive than you would expect. Boarding, disembarking was easy and fast. Cabin crew was friendly. Seats are small

The meal was excellent and well suited to a short journey.

Original flight was delayed due to technical issue. Very poor communication. The manager only appeared when we were climbing on board the plane.This resulted in us missing our follow on flight also with Airlink. No ticket issued from Skukuza and no assistance when we landed to address the issue. We had to make our own arrangements and go to their sales desk. Again they had no knowledge of the flight delay and of any passengers that had connecting flights. The lady (unfortunately with all the STRESS I have forgotten her name) at the counter was extremely helpful and is an excellent example of the type of employee Airlink need to promote and employ. Our luggage was in limbo due to all the missing information and assistance. We had to resort to buying extra tickets from South African Airways who were extremely helpful. I work at an airport so am familiar with its workings. I will infuture be looking for alternative flights.

Airline is the best airline experience I’ve ever had.

My flight was good no comments Crew members were good Flight on schedule even earlier at some point Thanks

Easy boarding, smooth flight, friendly and helpful attendants. As with every other airline, there isn't enough leg room to be comfortable. Food was adequate.

Easy short flight from Johannesburg to Harare. Boarding was slow, flight attendants were friendly. They did a meal service on this short flight, including wine, which was pretty cool.

Flight was on time Seats ( business class) are terrible- you keep on slipping down as it doesn’t lie flat Food service is like economy class. Meals ( still wrapped in plastic) are just dropped in front of you

On time flight; otherwise not impressed by the check- in- purchased business class and the aircraft was downgraded; no refund given for the difference. Told I could access the lounge due to the above and was questioned by the lounge check- in person who was not friendly

Flight was cancelled with no notification until I reached the check-in desk at the airport. I also got downgraded and they lost my luggage.

Very bad. Linda the hostess was very rude all the time

Very bad, Linda the hostess was very rude all the time

The flight SA227 on 2nd March Sao Paulo to Cape Town was delayed by 3 hours. All other flights leaving Sao Paulo left on time. We were told that we were waiting for push back and a routing from Air traffic control. I don't believe this, what was the real reason for the flight delay?

I think more immigration officers at Or Tambo- I spent 90 mins in a queue before I can assisted and most people missed their appointments and meetings

Not sure it was a basic airline so nothing much to like but what was annoying was they delayed so much we missed our connecting flight and we had to almost fight to be out on the next flight and also even get food

Everything the crew werr nice and helpful plus the food was good

First row in business class is terrible - no storage space with video screen folded down between seats. Entertainment system didn't show flight info...

Pleasant, relaxed flight. I had 2 seats to myself, which was a bonus. I couldn't find a flight tracker ap so I could know where we were but that's a minor complaint. On the plus side, the passenger announcements did not come through my earphones but were on main speakers only. That was a nice touch.

Flight delayed by 3 hours 45 mins and no explanation given or apology. Rebooked on a flight departing to final destination 48 hrs later and baggage not delivered.

My outbound flight was grounded in Lusaka so we never made it to Paris. DO NOT fly this airline you will be stranded and your plans will be completely disrupted

Inflight entertainment with electronic charging stations can help during a long flight.

The flight was delayed with no notice. No inflight entertainment. Communication is vital in any business.

Poor communication: Flight come directly to kigali , didn’t come via mumbasa. Favouring to Rwandan passenger to move from economic to bussiness class after flight depart. Where they don’t asked other older passenger who need more comfort. Rude staff : chekin airport at Mumbai. Talking in local language (marathi) while serving and no sorry no thank you attitude.

Flight was delayed an hour. Also, I bought an extra legroom seat online; but the actually plane was a different configuration so I didn't get what I paid for . This happened on the Addis to Lusaka leg of my trip.

Needs improvement because some of the tvs and charging ports weren’t working

The plane was overbooked and the crew was very rude. My luggage was never put on the plane. I got to NY and waited 2 hours just to find out that my luggage was left.

The flight delayef for over 2 hours so my route was changed leading to arriving to my destination without my luggage

Food was really not appealing. There was a blocked sink in the toilet. Toilet is cramped and the wall between the 2 toilets are not secured properly.

I felt all of the food tasted the same. And we had five meals over the 16 hrs in the air.

The use of a domestic carrier without entertainment was disappointing and a let down

Like: Plane made it to the destination. Dislike: Food is terrible, no entertainment, very dirty airplane.

There where no ear phones provided and the food needs to improve.

I had a full row so can't imagine how this could be better

Delayed by 4 hours with inadequate advance notifications which caused us a lot of consternation and angst. I will never fly or recommend your airline again

Flight was changed 3 times, from a night flight to a day flight, and then delayed by 5h…

Kenya Airways delayed my flights for 7 days. Each delayed, they notified me last minute. This is ridiculous.

The kindness and good humor of all the people who this flight possible was a joy.

Awful, we had a delay of 3 hrs, impacting in my transfer flight to Cape town, and Kenya airways didnt do anything. They sent me twice to transfer services in Nairobi, not been available to sleep (from 1 am to 5 am); without any update.

It's the only direct flight between Accra and Nairobi, and you pay for it! Food is better on Asky. No entertainment on flight from Accra to Nairobi, but there other way did have screens. Generally timely boarding and departure.

They fed me at the right time the flight was smooth and the captain explain everything

Flying portion was fine. Below average comfort. We had 2 canceled flights and got stuck in 2 cities which took us 3 days to get home. Kenya hasn’t done anything or even reached out to us after complaining.

We were delayed about 5 hours each way from JFK to Nairobi. On the way out, we sat on the tarmac for 5 hours making for almost 20 hours on the plane. And the seats are so uncomfortable. My bottom has never been so sore on a long flight before. Bring a pad if you can. On the return, we were delayed 5 hours in the airport. It was reported as a 3 hour delay on the board and website but at the gate it was 5 hours. So, we waited with 3 kids in the airport when we could have been at the hotel resting instead. The flight was completely full probably due to the cancelled flight the night before. I wonder if the airline is in such shambles because of their possible impending bankruptcy. The staff were pleasant and the vegan meals we requested were impressive for an airplane tv dinner style tray.

Service was good, but I lost my baggage. There should be more accountability to passengers, and more concern to help find lost baggage.

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