Traveling from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Cape Town International Airport is 5 hours 45 minutes.
The timezone in Cape Town is UTC+2, which is one hour behind Nairobi.
Flights from NBO to CPT start at 08:00 — the first with Kenya Airways. The latest departure is at 16:55 with Kenya Airways. Overall, you can choose from four weekly Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Cape Town International Airport flights.
To ensure you catch your NBO to CPT flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Kenya Airways offers direct flights from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Cape Town International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Cape Town — and maybe even more of South Africa if you have time.
Kenya Airways tops the list for bookings on this route.
Kenya Airways is the most punctual carrier that operates NBO to CPT flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Cape Town International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Check out these options between NBO and CPT:
O.R. Tambo International Airport
Victoria Falls Airport
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
$349 is the lowest price for a one-way Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight. Return flights start from $536. These prices may change depending on availability.
Book 11 months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from NBO to CPT.
October is the cheapest month for flights from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Cape Town International Airport. If you prefer to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment the price changes on cheap flights from NBO to CPT.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Cape Town International Airport.
Handy information about Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
Of all flights departing from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, 67.1% arrive on time at their destination.
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is around 14 kilometers from central Nairobi. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport will take about 1 hour 10 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Cape Town International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels near NBO:
Arriving at Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
Consider booking a hotel near CPT if you're on a late Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Grab a Cape Town International Airport rental car and explore Cape Town and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Carwiz and First - Car Rental are well-known companies to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle from Cape Town International Airport around one week in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to central Cape Town
Cape Town International Airport to the center of Cape Town has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometers away.
When to fly to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Cape Town International Airport. June is the most popular month to head to Cape Town. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Cape Town International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. February is the warmest month in Cape Town, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from NBO to CPT in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.
Explore more of South Africa
Cape Town has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of South Africa just waiting to be explored. About 56 kilometers north-east of Cape Town, a visit to Paarl will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Bretagne Rock, Skydive Africa and Paarl Trails.
Around 97 kilometers east of Cape Town, Worcester is another essential stop in South Africa. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Green Valley, Queen's Plain and Worcester Town Hall.
