BOM - CPT

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Cheapest return flight
₹ 52,383
Typical prices: ₹ 60,038-₹ 79,204
Kenya Airways
Sat 3/2Fri 16/2
BOM - CPT • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
₹ 30,272
Typical prices: ₹ 33,531-₹ 46,435
Kenya Airways
Fri 2/3
BOM - CPT • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Mumbai and Cape Town. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
23 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 23 weeks in advance save around 35% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 18% price drop
December
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO)
Cheapest • Avg ₹ 57,759 (return)
Dubai Intl (DXB)
Shortest trip • 17h 01m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Mumbai to Cape Town (BOM-CPT)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Mumbai to Cape Town

Wed, 3 Feb - Tue, 16 Feb
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02:40 - 13:35BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
14h 25m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Livingstone
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14:25 - 01:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
31h 35m2 stops Livingstone Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
₹ 52,383Kenya Airways
Wed, 3 Feb - Tue, 16 Feb
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02:40 - 13:35BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
14h 25m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Livingstone
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07:20 - 01:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
14h 40m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
₹ 52,383Kenya Airways
Tue, 17 Nov - Tue, 24 Nov
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10:50 - 13:00BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
29h 40m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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15:10 - 02:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
31h 55m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
₹ 52,952Ethiopian Air
Wed, 11 Nov - Fri, 20 Nov
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10:50 - 14:10BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
30h 50m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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13:50 - 02:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
33h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
₹ 54,850Ethiopian Air
Wed, 18 Nov - Thu, 26 Nov
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04:15 - 16:45BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
16h 00m1 stop Dubai Intl
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13:40 - 20:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
27h 15m1 stop Dubai Intl
₹ 65,194Emirates
Sat, 23 Jan - Fri, 29 Jan
Multiple Airlines Logo
02:40 - 13:35BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
14h 25m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Livingstone
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19:25 - 02:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
27h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
₹ 70,318Multiple Airlines
Mon, 25 Jan - Fri, 29 Jan
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02:40 - 13:35BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
14h 25m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Livingstone
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12:35 - 02:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
34h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
₹ 70,508Multiple Airlines
Tue, 5 Jan - Wed, 3 Feb
Emirates Logo
16:05 - 11:35BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 00m1 stop Dubai Intl
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18:30 - 17:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
19h 50m1 stop Dubai Intl
₹ 70,698Emirates
Wed, 2 Dec - Tue, 8 Dec
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04:10 - 19:55BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
19h 15m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
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13:50 - 02:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
33h 15m3 stops Harare Lusaka Doha Hamad Intl
₹ 161,514Qatar Airways
Fri, 13 Nov - Sat, 21 Nov
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04:10 - 19:55BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
19h 15m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
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13:50 - 02:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
33h 30m3 stops Harare Lusaka Doha Hamad Intl
₹ 176,792Qatar Airways
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Mumbai to Cape Town 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 Mumbai to Cape Town?

Return flights from Mumbai to Cape Town typically range from ₹ 60,038 to ₹ 79,204. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was ₹ 52,383 on Kenya Airways.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Mumbai to Cape Town. It’s 6% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 12% higher.

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

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Mumbai to Cape Town at ₹ 57,128 return.
•December (₹ 79,049) and June (₹ 75,727) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 38% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Mumbai to Cape Town the cheapest?

Flights from Mumbai to Cape Town are cheapest 23 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 35% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Mumbai to Cape Town flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

₹ 30,272
Beat the crowds with an average 38% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 60% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Mumbai to Cape Town

When to book flights from Mumbai to Cape Town

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

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

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

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

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

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Mumbai 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.

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

    Return flights from Mumbai to Cape Town range from ₹ 60,038 to ₹ 79,204, with an average of ₹ 69,483 over the past 12 months. Anything below ₹ 60,038 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 10% above the ₹ 69,483 route average. Book 23 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Mumbai 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 ₹ 52,383 to ₹ 513,371. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Mumbai to Cape Town are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about ₹ 34,941, which is 15% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around ₹ 282 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Sixt
    • Europcar
    • Woodford
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Hertz

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

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

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

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

    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) – 54% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 32% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 10% of one-stop connections
    • Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) – 4% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 16% on flights from Mumbai to Cape Town. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at ₹ 65,858 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at ₹ 78,290, a difference of ₹ 12,431.

    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 Mumbai to Cape Town?

    Flying via Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 16h 35m, compared to 17h 01m via Dubai Intl (DXB) and 17h 19m via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH).

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

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

  • What popular places can I visit in Cape Town?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cape Town are Camps Bay Beach, Cape Town International Convention Centre, and Boulders Beach. These are among the most viewed places in Cape Town on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Mumbai 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 Thursday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Thursday flights average ₹ 65,858, about ₹ 12,431 less than Saturday fares (16% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 23 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 35% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Mumbai to Cape Town trip for February. Fares historically average ₹ 57,128 return in that month – typically ₹ 21,921 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 Cape Town Intl Airport.

    • Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport

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