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Cheapest return flight
R11 402
Typical prices: R13 869-R19 188
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Mon 26/11Sun 9/12
NCE - CPT • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R8 031
Typical prices: R11 008-R16 433
Multiple Airlines
Sat 24/11
NCE - CPT • 3 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Nice and Cape Town. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
19 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 19 weeks in advance save around 19% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
May
Cheapest • 16% price drop
January
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Zurich (ZRH)
Cheapest • Avg R15 656 (return)
Frankfurt am Main (FRA)
Shortest trip • 15h 16m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Nice to Cape Town (NCE-CPT)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Nice to Cape Town

Thu, Nov 26 - Wed, Dec 9
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9:40 - 7:35NCE  Nice Côte d'Azur-CPT Cape Town Intl
20h 55m1 stop Zurich
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9:20 - 8:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-NCE Nice Côte d'Azur
24h 25m1 stop Zurich
R11 402SWISS
Thu, Nov 19 - Thu, Dec 3
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14:50 - 7:35NCE  Nice Côte d'Azur-CPT Cape Town Intl
15h 45m1 stop Zurich
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20:20 - 8:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-NCE Nice Côte d'Azur
13h 25m1 stop Zurich
R11 451SWISS
Thu, Dec 3 - Thu, Dec 17
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9:40 - 7:35NCE  Nice Côte d'Azur-CPT Cape Town Intl
20h 55m1 stop Zurich
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20:20 - 8:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-NCE Nice Côte d'Azur
13h 25m1 stop Zurich
R11 468SWISS
Thu, Dec 3 - Wed, Dec 16
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9:40 - 7:35NCE  Nice Côte d'Azur-CPT Cape Town Intl
20h 55m1 stop Zurich
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9:20 - 8:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-NCE Nice Côte d'Azur
24h 25m1 stop Zurich
R11 517SWISS
Wed, Nov 25 - Wed, Dec 9
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19:10 - 10:40NCE  Nice Côte d'Azur-CPT Cape Town Intl
14h 30m1 stop Zurich
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9:20 - 8:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-NCE Nice Côte d'Azur
24h 25m1 stop Zurich
R11 534SWISS
Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 15
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14:50 - 7:35NCE  Nice Côte d'Azur-CPT Cape Town Intl
15h 45m1 stop Zurich
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9:20 - 8:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-NCE Nice Côte d'Azur
24h 25m1 stop Zurich
R11 567SWISS
Thu, Dec 3 - Thu, Dec 17
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14:50 - 7:35NCE  Nice Côte d'Azur-CPT Cape Town Intl
15h 45m1 stop Zurich
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20:05 - 8:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-NCE Nice Côte d'Azur
13h 40m1 stop Zurich
R11 600SWISS
Sun, Dec 13 - Wed, Dec 23
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19:10 - 7:35NCE  Nice Côte d'Azur-CPT Cape Town Intl
35h 25m1 stop Zurich
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9:20 - 8:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-NCE Nice Côte d'Azur
24h 25m1 stop Zurich
R11 633SWISS
Thu, Nov 12 - Thu, Nov 26
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14:50 - 7:35NCE  Nice Côte d'Azur-CPT Cape Town Intl
15h 45m1 stop Zurich
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20:20 - 8:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-NCE Nice Côte d'Azur
13h 25m1 stop Zurich
R11 716SWISS
Sun, Dec 13 - Wed, Dec 23
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19:10 - 7:35NCE  Nice Côte d'Azur-CPT Cape Town Intl
35h 25m1 stop Zurich
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9:20 - 8:45CPT  Cape Town Intl-NCE Nice Côte d'Azur
24h 25m1 stop Zurich
R11 749SWISS
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Nice 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 Nice to Cape Town?

Return flights from Nice to Cape Town typically range from R13 869 to R19 188. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R11 402 on SWISS.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Nice to Cape Town. It’s 11% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 10% higher.

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

•May is the cheapest month to fly from Nice to Cape Town at R13 616 return.
•December (R21 234) and August (R20 837) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 55% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Nice to Cape Town the cheapest?

Flights from Nice to Cape Town are cheapest 19 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 19% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Nice to Cape Town flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

R8 031
Beat the crowds with an average 70% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 61% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Nice to Cape Town

When to book flights from Nice to Cape Town

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

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Nice to Cape Town.

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

    A direct flight from Nice to Cape Town takes 00m, covering 14 008 km.

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

    Return flights from Nice to Cape Town range from R13 869 to R19 188, with an average of R16 145 over the past 12 months. Anything below R13 869 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 1% above the R16 145 route average. Book 19 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Nice 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 R11 402 to R86 030. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Nice to Cape Town are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R10 123, which is 19% 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 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 Nice to Cape Town?

    Flights from Nice to Cape Town usually depart from Nice Côte d'Azur (NCE) and arrive at Cape Town Intl (CPT).

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

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

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 21% of one-stop connections
    • Zurich (ZRH) – 21% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 16% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 13% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 19% on flights from Nice to Cape Town. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at R14 442 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at R17 764, a difference of R3 321.

    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 Nice to Cape Town?

    Flying via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 15h 16m, compared to 15h 58m via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) and 15h 58m via London Heathrow (LHR).

  • 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 Nice 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 Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Wednesday flights average R14 442, about R3 321 less than Friday fares (19% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 19 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 19% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Nice to Cape Town trip for May. Fares historically average R13 616 return in that month – typically R7 618 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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