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Cheapest return flight
₹ 61,600
Typical prices: ₹ 61,879-₹ 77,820
Kenya Airways
Sun 30/9Fri 12/10
CPT - BOM • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
₹ 33,367
Typical prices: ₹ 33,350-₹ 47,230
Qatar Airways
Mon 29/1
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
19 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 19 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 ₹ 63,438 (return)
Dubai Intl (DXB)
Shortest trip • 16h 56m (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

Wed, 30 Sep - Mon, 12 Oct
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23:30 - 01:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
22h 40m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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06:45 - 06:00BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 45m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
₹ 61,600Kenya Airways
Wed, 30 Sep - Fri, 16 Oct
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23:30 - 01:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
22h 40m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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02:40 - 13:00BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
13h 50m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
₹ 61,600Kenya Airways
Tue, 29 Sep - Mon, 12 Oct
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14:25 - 01:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
31h 45m2 stops Livingstone Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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06:45 - 06:00BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
26h 45m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
₹ 61,600Kenya Airways
Tue, 29 Sep - Fri, 16 Oct
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14:25 - 01:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
31h 45m2 stops Livingstone Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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02:40 - 13:00BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
13h 50m1 stop Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
₹ 61,600Kenya Airways
Sun, 4 Oct - Tue, 20 Oct
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13:15 - 08:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
15h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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22:15 - 17:30BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
22h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
₹ 61,695Qatar Airways
Tue, 29 Sep - Sat, 17 Oct
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14:25 - 01:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
31h 45m2 stops Livingstone Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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02:40 - 13:35BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
14h 25m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Livingstone
₹ 62,456Kenya Airways
Tue, 29 Sep - Sat, 17 Oct
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14:25 - 05:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
35h 45m2 stops Livingstone Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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06:45 - 13:35BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
34h 20m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Livingstone
₹ 62,456Kenya Airways
Tue, 29 Sep - Wed, 14 Oct
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14:25 - 01:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
31h 45m2 stops Livingstone Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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02:40 - 13:35BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
14h 25m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl Livingstone
₹ 62,456Kenya Airways
Mon, 16 Nov - Tue, 15 Dec
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13:50 - 07:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
13h 55m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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04:05 - 13:00BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
12h 25m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
₹ 70,346Ethiopian Air
Mon, 30 Nov - Sun, 3 Jan
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15:10 - 02:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-BOM Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
31h 55m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
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10:50 - 14:10BOM  Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
30h 50m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
₹ 78,806Ethiopian 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 from Cape Town to Mumbai with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Cape Town to Mumbai?

Return flights from Cape Town to Mumbai start at ₹ 61,600. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from ₹ 61,879 to ₹ 77,820. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was ₹ 61,600 on Kenya Airways.

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

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Mumbai and is 3% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 5% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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 ₹ 63,026 return.
  • December (₹ 77,190) and September (₹ 70,726) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 22% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Cape Town to Mumbai the cheapest?

Flights from Cape Town to Mumbai are cheapest 19 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

July

Cheapest flight

₹ 33,367
Best time to beat the crowds (8% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (13% more expensive on average)
Flights 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 route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • 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 cabin classes can I book on flights from Cape Town to Mumbai?

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

  • 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) – 42% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 36% of one-stop connections
    • Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) – 19% of one-stop connections
    • Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl (NBO) – 1% of one-stop connections

    Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 8% on the Cape Town to Mumbai route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at ₹ 66,733 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at ₹ 72,532, a difference of ₹ 5,799. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Mumbai?

    Some of the most popular sights in Mumbai are Bandra Kurla Complex, Juhu Beach, and Dadar Railway Station. These are among the most viewed places in Mumbai on KAYAK.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 15% above the route average of ₹ 68,478. Book 19 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A direct flight from Cape Town to Mumbai takes 0h 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.

  • 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 ₹ 61,600 to ₹ 349,000. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x 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 lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about ₹ 36,437, which is 8% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Cape Town to Mumbai?

    Flying via Dubai Intl (DXB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 16h 56m, compared to 17h 00m via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) and 18h 36m via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH).

  • 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.

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

    Return flights from Cape Town to Mumbai range from ₹ 61,879 to ₹ 77,820, with an average of ₹ 68,478 over the past 12 months. Anything below ₹ 61,879 counts as a good deal.

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 instead of Saturday. On this route, Tuesday flights average ₹ 66,733 – about ₹ 5,799 less than Saturday (8% 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 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 ₹ 63,026 return in that month – typically ₹ 14,164 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
    - Aurika Mumbai International Airport

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