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Cheap flights from Nairobi to Johannesburg from R5 153

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 21/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NBO — JNB
Nov 25 — Dec 21
1 adult

The best prices from Nairobi to Johannesburg are usually found in August or October, booked 77 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Saturday and return on a Friday

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Nairobi to Johannesburg that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 636 650 searches. Data last updated 20 November 2024.

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NairobiJohannesburg

NBO - JNB

NBOJNB

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 15/3

22:10-13:15

1 stop16h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 22/3

12:50-21:25

1 stop7h 35m

R7 820

NairobiJohannesburg

NBO - JNB

NBOJNB

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 11/3

8:00-19:40

1 stop12h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 31/3

12:50-21:25

1 stop7h 35m

R7 838

NairobiJohannesburg

NBO - JNB

NBOJNB

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 19/1

19:55-9:30

1 stop14h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 26/1

10:15-19:10

2 stops7h 55m

R7 982

NairobiJohannesburg

NBO - JNB

NBOJNB

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 1/12

22:10-13:15

1 stop16h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/12

14:15-21:40

1 stop6h 25m

R8 000

NairobiJohannesburg

NBO - JNB

NBOJNB

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 10/2

4:00-13:10

1 stop10h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 18/2

14:35-1:20

1 stop9h 45m

R9 495

NairobiJohannesburg

NBO - JNB

NBOJNB

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 19/1

15:30-18:40

Nonstop4h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 26/1

9:40-14:40

Nonstop4h 00m

R10 937

NairobiJohannesburg

NBO - JNB

NBOJNB

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 8/12

20:50-2:20

1 stop6h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 27/12

3:10-12:20

1 stop8h 10m

R11 225

NairobiJohannesburg

NBO - JNB

NBOJNB

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 4/12

9:05-0:40

2 stops16h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/12

4:00-21:25

2 stops16h 25m

R11 910

NairobiJohannesburg

NBO - JNB

NBOJNB

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 21/12

22:10-13:15

1 stop16h 05m

R5 153

NairobiJohannesburg

NBO - JNB

NBOJNB

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 26/11

8:00-19:40

1 stop12h 40m

R5 171

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Cheap flight deals from Nairobi to Johannesburg

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Nairobi (NB0) to Johannesburg (ZA1). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 20 November 2024.

Round-trip from

R7 820

One-way from

R5 153

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

August
Uganda Airlines
  • Uganda Airlines
  • 15/3-22/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 23h 40m total
  • Nairobi to Johannesburg
Air Tanzania
  • Air Tanzania
  • 21/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 16h 05m total
  • Nairobi to Johannesburg
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Cheapest flights from Nairobi to Johannesburg
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Nairobi to Johannesburg. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 20 November 2024.

Sun 1/1222:10NBO - JNB
1 stop16h 05mAir Tanzania
Wed 4/1214:15JNB - NBO
1 stop6h 25mAir Tanzania
Deal found 19/11R8 000
Sun 24/1119:55NBO - JNB
1 stop14h 30mNAYSA
Thu 28/1119:25JNB - NBO
2 stops22h 45mNAYSA
Deal found 19/11R8 306
Tue 31/1214:20NBO - JNB
1 stop6h 20mUganda Airlines
Tue 7/120:40JNB - NBO
1 stop9h 35mUganda Airlines
Deal found 19/11R8 829
Fri 13/1222:10NBO - JNB
1 stop16h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/120:40JNB - NBO
1 stop9h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/11R9 333
Sun 24/1118:00NBO - JNB
1 stop10h 55mEthiopian Air
Thu 28/1123:00JNB - NBO
1 stop13h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 19/11R9 532
Tue 26/1115:30NBO - JNB
Nonstop4h 10mAirlink
Thu 26/129:40JNB - NBO
Nonstop4h 00mAirlink
Deal found 19/11R10 937
Sun 8/1220:50NBO - JNB
1 stop6h 30mRwandAir
Fri 27/123:10JNB - NBO
1 stop8h 10mRwandAir
Deal found 20/11R11 225
Wed 4/129:05NBO - JNB
2 stops16h 35mASKY
Wed 4/124:00JNB - NBO
2 stops16h 25mASKY
Deal found 19/11R11 910

Best time to book a flight from Nairobi to Johannesburg

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Travel insights for flights from Nairobi to Johannesburg

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Nairobi to Johannesburg including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Nairobi to Johannesburg?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Nairobi to Johannesburg. Price data was last updated on 15 November 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Nairobi to Johannesburg, you should look to book at least 77 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Nairobi to Johannesburg?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nairobi to Johannesburg (average of R89). Flying from Nairobi to Johannesburg in September is currently the most expensive (average of R116). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from NBO to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from Nairobi to Johannesburg. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 20 November 2024.

When flying from Nairobi to Johannesburg, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at midday, which can drop the price by up to 20% versus a flight in the afternoon.

Weekly flight availability from Nairobi to Johannesburg

Explore weekly flight availability from Nairobi to Johannesburg. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 20 November 2024.

The most flights from NB0 to ZA1 are scheduled on a Monday (15 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

Rainfall in Johannesburg by month

Plan your trip to Johannesburg by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Johannesburg ranges from 0.0 - 120.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 120.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit Johannesburg when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in Johannesburg by month

Plan your trip to Johannesburg by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Johannesburg, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 10.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Johannesburg

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Johannesburg. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Johannesburg. Reviews last updated 20 November 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with NAYSA, Air Tanzania and RwandAir from Nairobi to Johannesburg by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
7,7
Good
89 reviews

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,2

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,9

Entertainment

6,5

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 1

One of the flight attendees was extremely rude and undermining which made my flight horrible

7,7
Good
89 reviews
7,7
Good
89 reviews

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,2

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,9

Entertainment

6,5

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 1

One of the flight attendees was extremely rude and undermining which made my flight horrible

7,5
Good
3 834 reviews
7,7
Good
89 reviews

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,2

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,9

Entertainment

6,5

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 1

One of the flight attendees was extremely rude and undermining which made my flight horrible

7,5
Good
57 reviews
7,7
Good
89 reviews

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,2

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,9

Entertainment

6,5

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 1

One of the flight attendees was extremely rude and undermining which made my flight horrible

7,5
Good
35 reviews
7,7
Good
89 reviews

Food

7,3

Comfort

7,2

Overall

7,7

Boarding

7,9

Entertainment

6,5

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 1

One of the flight attendees was extremely rude and undermining which made my flight horrible

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Nairobi to Johannesburg. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Nairobi to Johannesburg round-trip?

    Currently priced at R7 838, Uganda Airlines will fly you from Nairobi to Johannesburg and back. In addition to Uganda Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from NAYSA and Air Tanzania - these airlines can fly you to your destination from R7 982 and R8 000, respectively. Users have found that Uganda Airlines is 31% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Nairobi to Johannesburg one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Air Tanzania, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R5 153. However, be on the lookout for offers from Uganda Airlines and NAYSA, as they are both options that can get you from Nairobi to Johannesburg for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Nairobi to Johannesburg?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Nairobi to Johannesburg are Airlink (91%), SAUDIA (77%) and Delta (71%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Nairobi to Johannesburg?

    On average you can expect to pay R12 243 for a flight from Nairobi to Johannesburg. The cheapest flight overall is R10 139 while the most popular route, (Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo) is currently priced at R7 225.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Nairobi to Johannesburg?

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Nairobi to Johannesburg flights?

  • Can I find deals for flights from Nairobi to Johannesburg that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Nairobi to Johannesburg flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Nairobi to Johannesburg?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Nairobi to Johannesburg.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Nairobi to Johannesburg?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Nairobi to Johannesburg by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Nairobi to Johannesburg?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nairobi to Johannesburg (average of R89). Flying from Nairobi to Johannesburg in September is currently the most expensive (average of R116). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 8 airlines flying from Nairobi to Johannesburg

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Nairobi to Johannesburg. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 636 650 searches. Data last updated 20 November 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air TanzaniaCheapestR7 267AverageR8 160FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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NAYSACheapestR7 707AverageR8 066FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Uganda AirlinesCheapestR7 736AverageR9 684FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR9 368AverageR9 798FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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RwandAirCheapestR9 951AverageR10 832FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AirlinkCheapestR10 931AverageR12 020FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR12 139AverageR14 853FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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South AfricanCheapestR13 233AverageR15 010FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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