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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Nairobi from R4 120

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 25/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — NBO
Jan 26 — Feb 21
1 adult

The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Nairobi are usually found in March or October, booked 84 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from OR Tambo to Nairobi

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) to Nairobi (NB0). 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 21 January 2025.

Round-trip from

R7 383

One-way from

R4 120

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R9 546
RwandAir
  • RwandAir
  • 27/2-7/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 14h 40m total
  • Johannesburg to Nairobi
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Air Tanzania
  • Air Tanzania
  • 25/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 7h 25m total
  • Johannesburg to Nairobi
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High demand for flights, 5% potential price rise
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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to Nairobi
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to Nairobi. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 January 2025.

Thu 27/23:10JNB - NBO
1 stop8h 10mRwandAir
Fri 7/320:50NBO - JNB
1 stop6h 30mRwandAir
Deal found 21/1R7 383
Wed 27/814:30JNB - NBO
1 stop21h 40mEthiopian Air
Fri 5/918:00NBO - JNB
1 stop10h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 19/1R7 402
Thu 6/220:40JNB - NBO
1 stop9h 35mUganda Airlines
Sun 9/214:20NBO - JNB
1 stop9h 25mUganda Airlines
Deal found 20/1R7 458
Mon 3/312:50JNB - NBO
1 stop7h 35mMultiple Airlines
Fri 7/323:00NBO - JNB
1 stop14h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/1R7 756
Sat 15/219:25JNB - NBO
2 stops22h 45mNAYSA
Thu 27/211:45NBO - JNB
2 stops7h 45mNAYSA
Deal found 20/1R7 793
Mon 10/213:55JNB - NBO
1 stop7h 25mAir Tanzania
Mon 17/27:10NBO - JNB
1 stop6h 45mAir Tanzania
Deal found 21/1R8 260
Fri 11/410:00JNB - NBO
1 stop19h 35mKenya Airways
Sun 13/46:30NBO - JNB
Nonstop4h 15mKenya Airways
Deal found 20/1R9 732
Mon 3/39:40JNB - NBO
Nonstop4h 00mAirlink
Fri 7/315:30NBO - JNB
Nonstop4h 10mAirlink
Deal found 20/1R9 788

Find flights from OR Tambo to Nairobi within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from OR Tambo to Nairobi 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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 21 January 2025.

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JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 27/2

3:10-12:20

1 stop8h 10m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 7/3

20:50-2:20

1 stop6h 30m

R7 383

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 6/2

20:40-7:15

1 stop9h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 9/2

14:20-22:45

1 stop9h 25m

R7 458

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/3

12:50-21:25

1 stop7h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 7/3

23:00-12:55

1 stop14h 55m

R7 756

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 15/2

19:25-19:10

2 stops22h 45m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 27/2

11:45-18:30

2 stops7h 45m

R7 793

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 6/2

23:00-13:10

1 stop13h 10m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 8/2

18:00-20:00

1 stop27h 00m

R7 999

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 10/2

13:55-22:20

1 stop7h 25m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 17/2

7:10-12:55

1 stop6h 45m

R8 260

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 11/4

10:00-6:35

1 stop19h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sun 13/4

6:30-9:45

Nonstop4h 15m

R9 732

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/3

9:40-14:40

Nonstop4h 00m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 7/3

15:30-18:40

Nonstop4h 10m

R9 788

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 19/3

13:20-7:35

1 stop17h 15m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 26/3

1:35-15:35

1 stop15h 00m

R12 380

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/6

21:45-1:55

1 stop27h 10m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 20/6

2:55-7:10

1 stop29h 15m

R12 865

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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to Nairobi

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Travel insights for flights from OR Tambo to Nairobi

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from OR Tambo to Nairobi. Price data was last updated on 17 January 2025.

The best time to book flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Nairobi is 84 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Nairobi (average of R437). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Nairobi in July is currently the most expensive (average of R547). 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 JNB to NBO?

Find hourly flight availability from OR Tambo to Nairobi. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 January 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Nairobi is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 26% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Nairobi?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from OR Tambo to Nairobi. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Nairobi flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Nairobi

Explore weekly flight availability from OR Tambo to Nairobi. 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 21 January 2025.

The most flights from JNB to NB0 are scheduled on a Thursday (16 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).

Rainfall in Nairobi by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Nairobi ranges from 10.0 - 160.0 inches per month. April is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 160.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Nairobi when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in Nairobi by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Nairobi, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, March is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 21.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 17.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Nairobi

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Nairobi. 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 Nairobi. Reviews last updated 21 January 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with RwandAir, Uganda Airlines and Ethiopian Air from Johannesburg to Nairobi by reading reviews from past customers. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Airlink
8,6
Very Good
68 reviews
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Crew

9,0

Overall

8,6

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,4

Comfort

8,3

Entertainment

6,6

Reviews

1 / 1

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top

Airlink
8,6
Very Good
68 reviews
Airlink
8,6
Very Good
68 reviews
Check prices

Crew

9,0

Overall

8,6

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,4

Comfort

8,3

Entertainment

6,6

Reviews

1 / 1

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top

South African
7,7
Good
53 reviews
Airlink
8,6
Very Good
68 reviews
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Crew

9,0

Overall

8,6

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,4

Comfort

8,3

Entertainment

6,6

Reviews

1 / 1

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top

Qatar Airways
7,5
Good
3 754 reviews
Airlink
8,6
Very Good
68 reviews
Check prices

Crew

9,0

Overall

8,6

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,4

Comfort

8,3

Entertainment

6,6

Reviews

1 / 1

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top

RwandAir
7,2
Good
28 reviews
Airlink
8,6
Very Good
68 reviews
Check prices

Crew

9,0

Overall

8,6

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,4

Comfort

8,3

Entertainment

6,6

Reviews

1 / 1

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from OR Tambo to Nairobi. 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Nairobi round-trip?

    According to our current data, RwandAir (R7 383), Uganda Airlines (R7 458), and NAYSA (R7 793) offers the cheapest pricing from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Nairobi. RwandAir is priced at 22% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Air Tanzania. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R4 120. Users have also found prices from R4 773 and R4 810 on NAYSA and Ethiopian Air, respectively.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Nairobi are Etihad Airways (100%), Emirates (100%) and Delta (100%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Nairobi?

    On average you can expect to pay R19 590 for a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Nairobi. The cheapest flight overall is R4 570 while the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl) is currently priced at R5 966.

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

    Of the flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Nairobi that have stopovers, most of them stop in Kigali. Kigali is followed by Entebbe in terms of the most popular stopover location on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Nairobi. Entebbe is followed by Lilongwe in terms of the most popular stopover location for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Nairobi flights.

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

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Nairobi flights have a stopover in Addis Ababa the least frequently. Addis Ababa is followed by Dar Es Salaam in terms of the least popular stopover location on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Nairobi. Blantyre ranks third to last in terms of the least popular stopover locations on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Nairobi flights.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to Nairobi?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo to Nairobi 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Nairobi?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Nairobi (average of R437). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Nairobi in July is currently the most expensive (average of R547). 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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Uganda AirlinesCheapestR6 100AverageR6 966FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR6 364AverageR8 268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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ASKYCheapestR6 709AverageR7 118FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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RwandAirCheapestR7 231AverageR7 859FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air TanzaniaCheapestR7 259AverageR8 622FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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NAYSACheapestR7 536AverageR8 878FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR8 700AverageR13 270FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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South AfricanCheapestR9 620AverageR10 360FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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AirlinkCheapestR9 710AverageR10 345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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