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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Nairobi from R3 429

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 19/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — NBO
Feb 26 — Mar 51
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 Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

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 February 2025.

Round-trip from

R6 489

One-way from

R3 429

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R9 015
ASKY
  • ASKY
  • 13/3-19/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 33h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to Nairobi
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Uganda Airlines
  • Uganda Airlines
  • 19/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 7h 35m total
  • Johannesburg to Nairobi
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R9 930 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R1 149 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 February 2025.

Thu 13/34:00JNB - NBO
2 stops16h 25mASKY
Wed 19/39:05NBO - JNB
2 stops16h 35mASKY
Deal found 20/2R6 489
Thu 27/323:00JNB - NBO
1 stop13h 10mEthiopian Air
Sat 12/418:00NBO - JNB
1 stop10h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 20/2R6 581
Tue 25/220:40JNB - NBO
1 stop9h 35mUganda Airlines
Tue 4/38:00NBO - JNB
1 stop12h 40mUganda Airlines
Deal found 20/2R7 632
Fri 12/1210:10JNB - NBO
2 stops8h 00mNAYSA
Fri 19/1219:55NBO - JNB
1 stop23h 35mNAYSA
Deal found 19/2R7 650
Wed 28/512:20JNB - NBO
2 stops6h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/69:05NBO - JNB
2 stops16h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2R8 111
Thu 13/312:10JNB - NBO
Nonstop4h 05mKenya Airways
Wed 19/321:00NBO - JNB
Nonstop4h 15mKenya Airways
Deal found 20/2R8 185
Sun 23/213:30JNB - NBO
1 stop16h 00mAir Tanzania
Thu 27/223:50NBO - JNB
1 stop13h 40mAir Tanzania
Deal found 20/2R8 296
Thu 13/316:50JNB - NBO
2 stops11h 05mRwandAir
Wed 19/35:30NBO - JNB
1 stop9h 50mRwandAir
Deal found 20/2R8 591
Sat 29/39:40JNB - NBO
Nonstop4h 00mAirlink
Fri 11/42:15NBO - JNB
Nonstop4h 10mAirlink
Deal found 20/2R9 863
Tue 4/313:20JNB - NBO
1 stop17h 15mQatar Airways
Tue 18/31:35NBO - JNB
1 stop14h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 20/2R11 946

Find flights from OR Tambo to Nairobi within your budget

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Price

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 13/3

4:00-21:25

2 stops16h 25m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 19/3

9:05-0:40

2 stops16h 35m

R6 489

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 27/3

23:00-13:10

1 stop13h 10m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Sat 12/4

18:00-3:55

1 stop10h 55m

R6 581

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/5

20:40-7:15

1 stop9h 35m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Thu 29/5

12:30-19:40

1 stop8h 10m

R7 669

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 28/5

12:20-20:00

2 stops6h 40m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 4/6

9:05-0:40

2 stops16h 35m

R8 111

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 13/3

12:10-17:15

Nonstop4h 05m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 19/3

21:00-0:15

Nonstop4h 15m

R8 185

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 25/4

13:30-23:10

1 stop8h 40m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 28/4

7:10-12:30

1 stop6h 20m

R8 517

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 13/3

16:50-4:55

2 stops11h 05m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Wed 19/3

5:30-14:20

1 stop9h 50m

R8 591

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/7

10:15-11:00

1 stop23h 45m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 15/7

11:45-18:30

2 stops7h 45m

R8 886

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 29/3

9:40-14:40

Nonstop4h 00m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Fri 11/4

2:15-5:25

Nonstop4h 10m

R9 863

JohannesburgNairobi

JNB - NBO

JNBNBO

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/3

13:20-7:35

1 stop17h 15m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Tue 18/3

1:35-14:40

1 stop14h 05m

R11 946

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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 14 February 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 February 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 at midday tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 22% 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 February 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Nairobi flight should consider departing on Tuesday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings 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 February 2025.

The most flights from JNB to NB0 are scheduled on a Thursday (14 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 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 February 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Airlink, ASKY and South African 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
8,5
Very Good
67 reviews
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Crew

9,0

Overall

8,5

Boarding

8,4

Entertainment

6,6

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,3

Reviews

1 / 1

10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

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

Airlink
8,5
Very Good
67 reviews
Airlink
8,5
Very Good
67 reviews
Check prices

Crew

9,0

Overall

8,5

Boarding

8,4

Entertainment

6,6

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,3

Reviews

1 / 1

10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

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

ASKY
7,6
Good
52 reviews
Airlink
8,5
Very Good
67 reviews
Check prices

Crew

9,0

Overall

8,5

Boarding

8,4

Entertainment

6,6

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,3

Reviews

1 / 1

10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

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

South African
7,5
Good
44 reviews
Airlink
8,5
Very Good
67 reviews
Check prices

Crew

9,0

Overall

8,5

Boarding

8,4

Entertainment

6,6

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,3

Reviews

1 / 1

10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

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

Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 609 reviews
Airlink
8,5
Very Good
67 reviews
Check prices

Crew

9,0

Overall

8,5

Boarding

8,4

Entertainment

6,6

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,3

Reviews

1 / 1

10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

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, ASKY (R6 489), Ethiopian Air (R6 581), and Uganda Airlines (R7 669) offers the cheapest pricing from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Nairobi. ASKY is priced at 30% 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 Uganda Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R3 429. Users have also found prices from R4 295 and R4 646 on Air Tanzania and NAYSA, 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 Airlink (100%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay R18 573 for a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Nairobi. The cheapest flight overall is R3 621 while the most popular route, (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl) is currently priced at R3 687.

  • 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 Dar Es Salaam 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 Blantyre in terms of the least popular stopover location on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Nairobi. Lusaka 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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Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from OR Tambo to Nairobi. 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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 21 February 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Uganda AirlinesCheapestR5 923AverageR6 767FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR6 151AverageR7 972FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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ASKYCheapestR6 568AverageR7 099FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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RwandAirCheapestR7 046AverageR7 527FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air TanzaniaCheapestR7 200AverageR8 536FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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NAYSACheapestR7 474AverageR8 643FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR8 204AverageR13 143FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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South AfricanCheapestR9 488AverageR10 226FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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AirlinkCheapestR9 595AverageR10 209FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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