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Cheapest return flight
R10 907
Typical prices: R10 859-R13 606
Qatar Airways
Mon 15/1Sun 21/1
CPT - BOM • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R6 152
Typical prices: R5 852-R8 195
Qatar Airways
Thu 8/11
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 R11 501 (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

Fri, Jan 15 - Thu, Jan 21
Qatar Airways Logo
12:35 - 7:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
15h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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3:55 - 17:25BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
17h 00m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R10 907Qatar Airways
Sat, Jan 16 - Sat, Jan 23
Kenya Airways Logo
14:20 - 1:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
31h 40m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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6:45 - 13:35BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
34h 20m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Livingstone
R10 907Kenya Airways
Tue, Oct 20 - Thu, Oct 29
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7:20 - 1:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
14h 50m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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2:40 - 13:35BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
14h 25m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Victoria Falls
R10 941Kenya Airways
Tue, Oct 20 - Fri, Oct 30
Qatar Airways Logo
13:15 - 8:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
15h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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4:10 - 17:25BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
16h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R11 107Qatar Airways
Sun, Oct 25 - Sun, Nov 1
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18:30 - 17:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
19h 50m1 stop Dubai Intl
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19:25 - 16:45BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
24h 50m1 stop Dubai Intl
R11 539Emirates
Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, Dec 10
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13:40 - 20:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
27h 15m1 stop Dubai Intl
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4:15 - 18:00BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
17h 15m1 stop Dubai Intl
R11 855Emirates
Thu, Nov 5 - Tue, Feb 23
Ethiopian Air Logo
15:10 - 2:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
31h 55m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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10:50 - 13:00BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
29h 40m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R12 254Ethiopian Air
Wed, Nov 11 - Sat, Nov 21
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:00 - 7:00CPT  Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
21h 30m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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17:10 - 18:55BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
29h 15m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
R12 271Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Wed, Nov 25
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:35 - 2:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
34h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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2:40 - 13:35BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
14h 25m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Livingstone
R12 304Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 3 - Fri, Nov 13
Ethiopian Air Logo
15:10 - 2:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
31h 55m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:50 - 14:10BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
30h 50m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R12 537Ethiopian Air
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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 R10 859 to R13 606. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R10 907 on Qatar 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 R11 024 return.
•December (R13 418) and June (R12 022) 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

R6 152
Beat the crowds with an average 70% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 231% 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?

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

    • Economy class
    • Premium 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 R10 859 to R13 606, with an average of R11 938 over the past 12 months. Anything below R10 859 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 R11 938 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 R10 907 to R74 068. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x 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 higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R7 442, which is 10% above the typical average for this route.

  • 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 R11 656 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R12 986, a difference of R1 330.

    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?

    Juhu Beach is one of 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 R11 656, about R1 330 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 R11 024 return in that month – typically R2 394 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
    • Hilton Mumbai International Airport
    • The Leela Mumbai

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