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Cheapest return flight
R9 358
Typical prices: R10 516-R13 873
Kenya Airways
Thu 1/2Sat 10/2
BOM - CPT • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
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Typical prices: R5 873-R8 133
Kenya Airways
Thu 12/4
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 R10 117 (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

Mon, Feb 1 - Wed, Feb 10
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2:40 - 13:35BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
14h 25m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Livingstone
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23:25 - 1:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
22h 35m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
R9 358Kenya Airways
Mon, Mar 1 - Wed, Mar 10
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2:40 - 13:35BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
14h 25m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Livingstone
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14:30 - 1:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
31h 30m2 stops Victoria Falls Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
R9 358Kenya Airways
Tue, Nov 10 - Tue, Nov 24
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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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13:50 - 2:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
33h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R9 574Ethiopian Air
Tue, Mar 2 - Wed, Mar 10
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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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13:50 - 2:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
33h 15m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
R9 757Ethiopian Air
Tue, Feb 2 - Wed, Feb 10
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22:20 - 17:25BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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19:25 - 2:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
27h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R9 840Qatar Airways
Thu, Feb 4 - Tue, Feb 16
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22:20 - 17:25BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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12:35 - 2:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
34h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R9 857Qatar Airways
Mon, Jan 18 - Thu, Jan 21
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16:05 - 11:35BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 00m1 stop Dubai Intl
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20:00 - 8:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
33h 00m1 stop Dubai Intl
R11 020Emirates
Mon, Jan 18 - Tue, Jan 26
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16:05 - 11:35BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 00m1 stop Dubai Intl
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18:30 - 8:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
34h 30m1 stop Dubai Intl
R11 020Emirates
Sun, Feb 21 - Sat, Feb 27
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23:35 - 9:25BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
37h 20m2 stops Singapore Changi Johannesburg OR Tambo
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10:40 - 10:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
44h 25m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Singapore Changi
R12 899Singapore Airlines
Fri, Jan 15 - Sun, Jan 24
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16:05 - 11:35BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
23h 00m1 stop Dubai Intl
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8:50 - 8:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
20h 10m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Dubai Intl
R13 281Multiple Airlines
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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 R10 516 to R13 873. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R9 358 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 R10 006 return.
•December (R13 846) and June (R13 264) 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

R5 319
Beat the crowds with an average 38% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 60% increase in travellers.
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 R10 516 to R13 873, with an average of R12 171 over the past 12 months. Anything below R10 516 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 R12 171 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 R9 358 to R63 059. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x 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 in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about R7 275.

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

    Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around R49 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 R11 536 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R13 713, a difference of R2 177.

    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 Sea Point Pavilion, Bloubergstrand Beach, and Camps Bay 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 R11 536, which is about R2 177 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 R10 006 return in that month – typically R3 840 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.

    • Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport
    • Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport

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