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Cheap flights from South Africa 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

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Nairobi

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Nairobi flight deals. Data was 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
  • South Africa to Nairobi
Uganda Airlines
  • Uganda Airlines
  • 19/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 7h 35m total
  • South Africa to Nairobi
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R9 930 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R1 149 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2025

Find flight deals from South Africa to Nairobi

Cheapest flights from South Africa to Nairobi
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa 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
Thu 6/313:50CPT - NBO
1 stop10h 30mEthiopian Air
Mon 21/73:45NBO - CPT
1 stop10h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 20/2R10 194
Thu 20/36:00CPT - NBO
3 stops14h 45mKenya Airways
Thu 27/316:55NBO - CPT
Nonstop5h 45mKenya Airways
Deal found 19/2R10 213
Mon 7/46:15CPT - NBO
2 stops29h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 13/43:45NBO - CPT
2 stops19h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2R10 582

Find flights from South Africa to Nairobi within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa 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 February 2025.

Fly from

South Africa

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Nairobi

Route

Depart

Return

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

Cape TownNairobi

CPT - NBO

CPTNBO

Cape Town Intl

Thu 6/3

13:50-1:20

1 stop10h 30m

Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl

Mon 21/7

3:45-13:00

1 stop10h 15m

R10 194

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Nairobi

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Travel insights for flights from South Africa to Nairobi

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

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Nairobi (average of R437). Flying from South Africa 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 ZA to NBO?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa 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 South Africa to Nairobi is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight at midday could potentially save you up to 36% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from South Africa to Nairobi?

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

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their South Africa to Nairobi flight should consider departing on Thursday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from South Africa to Nairobi

Explore weekly flight availability from South Africa 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 ZA0 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 South Africa to Nairobi by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8,4

Entertainment

6,6

Comfort

8,3

Crew

9,0

Food

7,9

Overall

8,5

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

8,5
Very Good

Boarding

8,4

Entertainment

6,6

Comfort

8,3

Crew

9,0

Food

7,9

Overall

8,5

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

Boarding

8,4

Entertainment

6,6

Comfort

8,3

Crew

9,0

Food

7,9

Overall

8,5

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

Boarding

8,4

Entertainment

6,6

Comfort

8,3

Crew

9,0

Food

7,9

Overall

8,5

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

Boarding

8,4

Entertainment

6,6

Comfort

8,3

Crew

9,0

Food

7,9

Overall

8,5

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 South Africa 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 to fly from South Africa to Nairobi one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Uganda Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at R3 429. Air Tanzania flights start at R4 295 while deals on NAYSA start at R4 646 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from South Africa to Nairobi?

    Before booking your flight to Nairobi from South Africa, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Etihad Airways (100%), Emirates (100%), Airlink( 100%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from South Africa to Nairobi?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from South Africa to Nairobi? While on average our users pay R18 573, our data indicates the cheapest price to be R3 621. The most popular route (Johannesburg OR Tambo - Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl), is priced around R3 687.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Nairobi?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa 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 South Africa to Nairobi?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Nairobi (average of R437). Flying from South Africa 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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Top 9 airlines flying from South Africa to Nairobi

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from South Africa 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 151AverageR9 781FlexibilityNo 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 AirwaysCheapestR7 841AverageR12 431FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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South AfricanCheapestR9 488AverageR12 071FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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AirlinkCheapestR9 595AverageR11 757FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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