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Cheapest return flight
₹ 62,673
Typical prices: ₹ 61,925-₹ 77,589
Kenya Airways
Thu 1/2Tue 20/2
CPT - BOM • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
₹ 34,987
Typical prices: ₹ 33,369-₹ 46,730
Qatar Airways
Thu 25/1
CPT - BOM • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Cape Town and Mumbai. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
15 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 15 weeks in advance save around 20% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
July
Cheapest • 8% price drop
December
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO)
Cheapest • Avg ₹ 65,585 (return)
Addis Ababa Bole (ADD)
Shortest trip • 16h 49m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Mumbai (CPT-BOM)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Cape Town to Mumbai

Mon, 1 Feb - Sat, 20 Feb
Kenya Airways Logo
14:25 - 01:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
31h 35m2 stops Victoria Falls Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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02:40 - 13:35BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
14h 25m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Livingstone
₹ 62,673Kenya Airways
Sun, 8 Nov - Tue, 24 Nov
Qatar Airways Logo
12:35 - 07:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
15h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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22:20 - 17:25BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
₹ 62,958Qatar Airways
Sun, 8 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov
Kenya Airways Logo
14:25 - 01:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
31h 35m2 stops Livingstone Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Kenya Airways Logo
02:40 - 13:35BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
14h 25m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Livingstone
₹ 63,053Kenya Airways
Sun, 8 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov
Qatar Airways Logo
12:35 - 02:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
34h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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04:10 - 10:30BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
33h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
₹ 63,337Qatar Airways
Sun, 8 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov
Kenya Airways Logo
14:25 - 01:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
31h 35m2 stops Livingstone Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Kenya Airways Logo
02:40 - 13:35BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
14h 25m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Livingstone
₹ 63,432Kenya Airways
Sun, 8 Nov - Tue, 24 Nov
Qatar Airways Logo
12:35 - 07:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
15h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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22:20 - 17:25BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
₹ 63,811Qatar Airways
Sun, 8 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov
Kenya Airways Logo
14:25 - 01:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
31h 35m2 stops Livingstone Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Kenya Airways Logo
02:40 - 13:35BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
14h 25m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Livingstone
₹ 64,001Kenya Airways
Sun, 8 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov
Qatar Airways Logo
12:35 - 02:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
34h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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04:10 - 10:30BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
33h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
₹ 64,096Qatar Airways
Sun, 8 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov
Kenya Airways Logo
14:25 - 01:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
31h 35m2 stops Livingstone Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
Kenya Airways Logo
02:40 - 13:35BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
14h 25m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Livingstone
₹ 64,759Kenya Airways
Sun, 14 Feb - Sun, 21 Feb
Qatar Airways Logo
12:35 - 07:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
15h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
22:20 - 10:30BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
15h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
₹ 64,854Qatar Airways
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Cape Town to Mumbai flights

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

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

Return flights from Cape Town to Mumbai typically range from ₹ 61,925 to ₹ 77,589. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was ₹ 62,673 on Kenya Airways.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Mumbai. It’s 3% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 8% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Mumbai?

•July is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Mumbai at ₹ 62,863 return.
•December (₹ 76,516) and June (₹ 68,552) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 21% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Cape Town to Mumbai the cheapest?

Flights from Cape Town to Mumbai are cheapest 15 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 20% 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 Mumbai flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

₹ 34,987
Beat the crowds with an average 71% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 112% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Cape Town to Mumbai

When to book flights from Cape Town to Mumbai

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cape Town to Mumbai based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Cape Town to Mumbai flight questions, answered

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

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Cape Town to Mumbai:

    • Economy class
    • Business Class

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

    A direct flight from Cape Town to Mumbai takes 00m, covering 13,240 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Cape Town to Mumbai?

    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 Mumbai flight?

    Return flights from Cape Town to Mumbai range from ₹ 61,925 to ₹ 77,589, with an average of ₹ 68,078 over the past 12 months. Anything below ₹ 61,925 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 16% above the ₹ 68,078 route average. Book 15 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Cape Town to Mumbai 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 ₹ 62,673 to ₹ 248,252. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Cape Town to Mumbai are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about ₹ 37,632.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Cape Town to Mumbai?

    Flights from Cape Town to Mumbai usually depart from Cape Town Intl (CPT) and arrive at Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl (BOM).

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

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

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 41% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 39% of one-stop connections
    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) – 17% of one-stop connections
    • Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) – 1% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cape Town to Mumbai?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 11% on flights from Cape Town to Mumbai. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at ₹ 66,466 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at ₹ 74,051, a difference of ₹ 7,585.

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

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

    Flying via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 16h 49m, compared to 17h 06m via Dubai Intl (DXB) and 17h 17m via Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO).

  • What is the time difference between Cape Town and Mumbai?

    Mumbai is 3 hours ahead of Cape Town (India Time vs South Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Mumbai?

    Some of the most popular sights in Mumbai are Juhu Beach, Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus, and Gateway of India. These are among the most viewed places in Mumbai on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Cape Town to Mumbai 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 Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Tuesday flights average ₹ 66,466, about ₹ 7,585 less than Saturday fares (10% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 15 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 20% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cape Town to Mumbai trip for July. Fares historically average ₹ 62,863 return in that month – typically ₹ 13,654 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Airport.

    • The Lalit Mumbai
    • The Leela Mumbai
    • Sahara Star

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