Cape Town to Nairobi Flights
Flights from Cape Town (CPT) to Nairobi (NBO) connect South Africa and Kenya. The great-circle distance is approximately 4,101 km, and a typical direct flight takes about 6 hours. Airports commonly used for this city pair include CPT and NBO. The reverse route is Nairobi to Cape Town. Use the search tool below to compare live prices and schedules — do not treat any static text on this page as a live fare.
Route facts
- Origin
- Cape Town, South Africa
- Destination
- Nairobi, Kenya
- Distance
- 4,101 km
- Typical duration
- about 6 hours
- Origin codes
- CPT
- Destination codes
- NBO
- Primary keyword
- flights from Cape Town to Nairobi
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Route overview
Cape Town to Nairobi is a city-pair air route between South Africa and Kenya. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are CPT and NBO. Related codes: CPT → NBO.
Distance
Approximate flight distance: 4,101 km (great-circle). Actual flown distance can be longer depending on airway routing.
Duration
Typical block time for a direct flight is about 6 hours. Connecting itineraries take longer and depend on layover airports.
Airports
Cape Town airports and metro codes: CPT.
Nairobi airports and metro codes: NBO.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route Nairobi to Cape Town, other destinations from Cape Town, and other origins into Nairobi.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Cape Town to Nairobi?
Direct flights from Cape Town to Nairobi typically take about 6 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from Cape Town to Nairobi?
The great-circle distance between Cape Town and Nairobi is approximately 4,101 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from Cape Town to Nairobi?
Cape Town is commonly searched with code CPT (related: CPT). Nairobi is commonly searched with code NBO (related: NBO).
Are there direct flights from Cape Town to Nairobi?
Direct service availability varies by season and airline. Compare live schedules on Cheap Flights Worldwide for current nonstop and connecting options on this route.
What is the reverse flight route from Nairobi to Cape Town?
The reverse city pair is Nairobi to Cape Town. Distance is the same great-circle measure (4,101 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the Cape Town to Nairobi route connect?
This route connects South Africa (Cape Town) with Kenya (Nairobi).