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$346+ Cheap flights from Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) to Cape Town (CPT)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NBO — CPT
Aug 12 — Aug 191
Tue 8/12
Tue 8/19
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Cape Town Intl are usually found in June or September, booked 40 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Friday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) to Cape Town (CPT). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated August 7, 2025.

Round-trip from

$593
(Ethiopian Air)

One-way from

$346
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$721

Good round-trip deal

$773 or less

Good one-way deal

$512 or less
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Cheapest flights from Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 7, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/63:45 amNBO - CPT
1 stop11h 50mEthiopian Air
Tue 9/161:50 pmCPT - NBO
1 stop10h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 8/5$583
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/103:45 amNBO - CPT
1 stop10h 15mEthiopian Air
Thu 9/183:25 pmCPT - NBO
1 stop9h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 8/5$593
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/113:45 amNBO - CPT
1 stop11h 00mEthiopian Air
Fri 9/192:35 pmCPT - NBO
1 stop10h 05mEthiopian Air
Deal found 8/7$594
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Fri 11/286:50 amNBO - CPT
3 stops16h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/76:30 amCPT - NBO
2 stops14h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/7$612
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Wed 8/206:50 amNBO - CPT
2 stops16h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 8/277:00 amCPT - NBO
3 stops23h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/6$614
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Mon 9/13:50 pmNBO - CPT
1 stop23h 10mTAAG
Mon 9/153:30 pmCPT - NBO
1 stop28h 55mTAAG
Deal found 8/6$617
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Wed 8/203:45 amNBO - CPT
1 stop10h 15mEthiopian Air
Tue 9/21:50 pmCPT - NBO
1 stop10h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 8/5$622
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Thu 9/411:25 amNBO - CPT
1 stop27h 35mTAAG
Thu 9/113:30 pmCPT - NBO
1 stop12h 40mTAAG
Deal found 8/7$624
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Sun 11/96:10 amNBO - CPT
1 stop9h 30mTAAG
Sat 11/153:30 pmCPT - NBO
1 stop12h 40mTAAG
Deal found 8/6$626
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/153:45 amNBO - CPT
1 stop11h 50mEthiopian Air
Tue 9/233:25 pmCPT - NBO
1 stop9h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 8/5$630
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Thu 8/73:45 amNBO - CPT
1 stop11h 00mEthiopian Air
Sat 8/91:50 pmCPT - NBO
1 stop10h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 8/6$631

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Cape Town that are best for you.

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NairobiCape Town

NBO - CPT

NBOCPT

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 9/10

3:45 am-1:00 pm

1 stop10h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 9/19

2:35 pm-1:40 am

1 stop10h 05m

$593

NairobiCape Town

NBO - CPT

NBOCPT

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 9/11

3:45 am-1:45 pm

1 stop11h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 9/20

3:25 pm-1:40 am

1 stop9h 15m

$594

NairobiCape Town

NBO - CPT

NBOCPT

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 11/28

6:50 am-9:50 pm

3 stops16h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 12/7

6:30 am-10:20 pm

2 stops14h 50m

$612

NairobiCape Town

NBO - CPT

NBOCPT

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 8/20

6:50 am-10:45 pm

2 stops16h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 8/27

7:00 am-7:00 am

3 stops23h 00m

$614

NairobiCape Town

NBO - CPT

NBOCPT

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 9/1

3:50 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop23h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/15

3:30 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop28h 55m

$617

NairobiCape Town

NBO - CPT

NBOCPT

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 8/20

3:45 am-1:00 pm

1 stop10h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 9/2

1:50 pm-1:40 am

1 stop10h 50m

$622

NairobiCape Town

NBO - CPT

NBOCPT

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 9/4

11:25 am-2:00 pm

1 stop27h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 9/11

3:30 pm-5:10 am

1 stop12h 40m

$624

NairobiCape Town

NBO - CPT

NBOCPT

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 11/9

6:10 am-2:40 pm

1 stop9h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 11/15

3:30 pm-5:10 am

1 stop12h 40m

$626

NairobiCape Town

NBO - CPT

NBOCPT

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 9/15

3:45 am-2:35 pm

1 stop11h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 9/23

3:25 pm-1:40 am

1 stop9h 15m

$630

NairobiCape Town

NBO - CPT

NBOCPT

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 9/8

3:50 pm-10:35 pm

2 stops31h 45m

$346

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The best insider tips for Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Cape Town flights

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NBO

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CPT

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Based in Cape Town, Richard Holmes is a freelance travel writer who spends plenty of time at 35 000 feet. He’s deeply in love with the Okavango Delta, and has Antarctica at the top of his travelling bucket-list. When he’s not on another plane, you’ll find him running the trails of Table Mountain or surfing his local break.

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Best time to book a flight from Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Cape Town

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Cape Town from Jomo Kenyatta Intl with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Cape Town

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on August 1, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Cape Town may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 40 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Cape Town?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Cape Town (average of $1,292). Flying from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,830). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from NBO to CPT?

Find hourly flight availability from Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Cape Town. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 7, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Cape Town at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 17% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on August 3, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Cape Town flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Cape Town?

Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cape Town. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Cape Town. Reviews last updated August 7, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Airlink, Ethiopian Air, and Kenya Airways from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Cape Town to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Airlink
8.7
Very good
74 reviews

Overall

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.4

Crew

9.0

Food

8.0

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 1
10.0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top
Airlink
8.7
Very good
74 reviews
Airlink
8.7
Very good
74 reviews

Overall

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.4

Crew

9.0

Food

8.0

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 1
10.0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
816 reviews
Airlink
8.7
Very good
74 reviews

Overall

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.4

Crew

9.0

Food

8.0

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 1
10.0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top
Kenya Airways
6.9
Okay
275 reviews
Airlink
8.7
Very good
74 reviews

Overall

8.7

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.4

Crew

9.0

Food

8.0

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 1
10.0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Cape Town from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl?

    Cape Town Intl (CPT), located 9.7 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Cape Town. 6 airlines have flights to Cape Town Intl from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl on a regular basis. Booking flights from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Cape Town Intl should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 1 inbound flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl per day.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Cape Town round-trip?

    Flying on Ethiopian Air is currently your cheapest option to Cape Town, with prices starting at $593. You may be able to fly from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Cape Town for 20% less than the average price by searching for this airline.

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

    While on average a flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Cape Town is generally $648, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $509. When looking at the most popular route, (Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl - Cape Town Intl), you can expect to pay $420 for that flight.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Cape Town?

    Flights departing from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport and landing in Cape Town layover in Addis Ababa most frequently.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Cape Town flights?

    Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Cape Town flights have a layover in Johannesburg least often.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Cape Town that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Cape Town flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Cape Town?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Cape Town.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Cape Town?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Cape Town by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Cape Town (average of $1,292). Flying from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,830). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 6 airlines flying from Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Cape Town

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Jomo Kenyatta Intl to Cape Town. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated August 7, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
TAAGCheapest$321Average$325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$490Average$633FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
RwandAirCheapest$584Average$639FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AirlinkCheapest$690Average$741FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Kenya AirwaysCheapest$691Average$786FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
South AfricanCheapest$920Average$988FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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